The DIESOL Podcast | EdTech in ESL Brent Warner & Ixchell Reyes

What’s the best way to teach grammar? Explicitly laying out the rules for students, or giving them opportunities to discover it as they go? The research is clear, but it’s probably not what you were taught in your teaching program. In this episode Ixchell and Brent explore the realities of Deductive vs. Inductive grammar teaching.
Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/106
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Do you love the idea of music in your teaching but struggle to find songs that fit your teaching needs? In this episode Brent and Ixchell share all about how AI can help bring customized, language focused music right into your classroom 🎶
Show notes at www.DIESOL.org/105 

In today’s episode, we explore classroom observations and how to prepare for one. Join us as we discuss strategies to shift your mindset, engage students effectively, and avoid common pitfalls during observations. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or a new teacher, this episode will equip you with practical tips to ace your next classroom observation.
Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/104
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Brent A. Jones is currently the Director of Language Programs at Konan University, Hirao School of Management, joins us to share about how he and his colleagues built a Content & Language Integrated Learning program that uses practical and applicable skillsets while acquiring English in a setting where most people don't speak English. 
Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/103
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Ever wondered how AI-generated images could transform language learning beyond just saving time? Join us on this episode of DIESOL, where we explore the uncharted territories of AI in language education. Ixchell & Brent try to break down the the self-scaffolding process of image generation and language development.
Topics include:
Discussing the potential of AI images in active language development. Exploring the shift from passive to active engagement with language through image generation. Highlighting the immediate feedback loop offered by AI, enabling real-time language and concept adjustment. Addressing the pedagogical implications of this novel approach to language learning. Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/102
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Ever wonder how you can inspire your teaching team to embrace PD, despite their busy schedules or PD resistance? Tune in to this episode to uncover practical solutions that bring professional development into the daily routine without the dread.
Understanding Resistance: Recognizing some of the common obstacles to PD, from time constraints to skepticism about new methods. Building a PD Community: Tips for fostering a culture of shared learning and collaboration within your school or department. Redefining Professional Development: Discover alternatives to traditional PD that resonate with busy teachers. Brown Bag PD Sessions: Learn how to start informal, peer-led sessions that can transform your team's approach to professional growth. Listen in to reinvision how you and your colleagues think about professional development in a local and supportive environment!
Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/101
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